May 2nd, 2025
Dear Black Bear Families,
Our bellies and our hearts were full this Friday with thanks going out to the Sooke Lions for the pancake breakfast and to the Dance Revolution performers for their spectacular show. We have been putting a spotlight on social responsibility this week and both these groups along with our Black Bears jumping and raising money for Heart and Stroke exemplify this competency. Building relationships and contributing to community is key to social responsibility. Well done everyone.
Reminders
- Our Next and Final Regular Pokémon Tournament will take place on Friday, May 9th in our gym from 12:30 to 2:30. Please come and enjoy this exciting event if your child is participating. If you do not have a child in the tournament but have always wondered about a Pokémon tournament, please come take a peek!
- Our Lost and Found is overflowing. Please ask your child to take a look if they are missing something.
- The Poirier Choir will be participating in a Music Monday event in Sooke on May 5th in the afternoon. All current choir members have been given a permission form. Adult helpers are welcome for this outing. Please have your child’s permission form in to Mme Arts by April 30th.
- Planning for the annual Grade 5 Talent Show is underway! Grade 5 families can mark their calendars for Tuesday June 10th. Interested students attended a meeting this week and were all given an information flyer including important dates and deadlines. Grade 5s can be involved in the show by performing a stage act, contributing a video, or as MCs or stage crew members.
All students who wish to perform an act on the stage should be ready to show what they are working on at our upcoming auditions on Tuesday and Wednesday May 6th and 7th.
From our PAC :
- Family photos are coming up soon!
- The sessions will take place on Friday, May 9 at the school. This environment allows us to provide quality portrait sessions within a comfortable location. All proceeds from the sitting fee will go directly back to the school and each family will receive a complimentary 8×10 print. To book your Family portrait sitting: please visit this link: Ecole Poirier Family Sittings If you have any questions after reviewing the sign-up page, please contact their service team. Phone: 1.888.644.4494 Email: help@mountainwest.ca
Upcoming Dates to Note:
- Monday, May 5th “Music Monday” Choir trip to Sooke
- Thursday, May 8th Class Photos
- Friday, May 9th 4:00- 7:00 Family Photo Opportunity
- Monday, May 12th No School (Professional Development Day)
- Thursday, May 15th Fire Drill 10am
- Monday, May 19th No School (Victoria Day Holiday)
- Thursday, May 29th PAC Hot Lunch
- Friday, May 30th Grade 4 and 5 Track Day at EMCS
- Tuesday June 10 Grade 5 Talent Show 11 am
Enjoy the sunshine!
Tess Vally and Grania Bridal